World War I Ancestry
The World War I, also called “The Great War,” (28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918) was a global conflict between two coalitions: the Allies and the Central Powers. Fighting took place throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Pacific, and parts of Asia. One of the deadliest wars in history, it resulted in an estimated 9 million soldiers dead and 23 million wounded, plus up to 8 million civilian deaths from numerous causes including genocide.
The following is a partial list of relatives of Tad Campbell who served during World War I.
At this time the list only includes direct ancestors and blood uncles.
| Image | Name | Unit(s) | Relation to Tad | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | GRUNDY, William McKinley | Medical Detachment, 301st Field Artillery, 76th Division | Great-granduncle | Private First Class and Dental Assistant |
 | GRUNDY, John | Medical Detachment, 301st Field Artillery, 76th Division | Great-granduncle | Private First Class |
 | CAMPBELL, Robert Franklin "Bob" | Company I, 126th U.S. Infantry, 32nd Division | Great-granduncle | Private. Participated in the Alsace Defensive Sector, the Chateau-Thierry or Aisne-Marne Offensive, the Soissons Sector or Oise-Aisne Offensive (Juvigny), and the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, during the latter of which he was killed in action 6 Oct 1918 near Gesnes, France. Initially buried in an isolated grave in the cemetery at Cierges. After the war his remains were disinterred and moved to the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery in France. |
New Heritage Genealogy | World War I Ancestry
Created: 5 Nov 2009; Modified: 5 Jun 2024
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